Best New Moisturizers 2018
8 Great Moisturizers That Are Positively Packed With Good Stuff
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As temperatures drop, air humidity takes a significant dip and, combined with cold winds, hot showers and indoor heaters, can cause skin to become red, parched and itchy (ouch!).
"If there is enough inflammation and compromise to the skin barrier, eczema can also be triggered or worsen. It's important that a Winter regimen focus not only on moisturising, but keeping the skin barrier healthy," says Dr. Melissa Kanchanapoomi Levin, a board-certified dermatologist in NYC.
The key to treating dry skin in the Winter comes down to two ingredient categories: occlusives and humectants.
"Occlusives are ingredients that coat the skin's surface to prevent water from evaporating from the skin's surface, similar to cling film," Dr. Kanchanapoomi Levin explains. "Examples of occlusives are petrolatum, oils, lanolin and silicones. Humectants are ingredients that bind water and draw water into themselves and onto the surface of the skin, giving the skin to plump up a little bit. Common humectants are glycerin, propylene glycol, urea, and hyaluronic acid."
Click through for eight hydrating creams that contain some of these hero ingredients and beyond for getting back on the moisture track.
1 Glow Recipe Watermelon Pink Juice Moisturizer
This new moisturizer from Glow Recipe ($39) contains hyaluronic acid for hydrating and plumping the skin, along with antioxidants for helping to fight free radicals that can lead to signs of premature aging. We especially love the lightweight texture and fruity scent — just like a splash of juice!
2 GLAMGLOW Waterburst Hydrated Glow Moisturizer
Like life support for your skin, this formula from GLAMGLOW ($49) is made with a Triple Hyaluronic Acid Complex, TEAOXI Blue Nymph Lily Extract and water from the Volcanic Island of Jeju for delivering a surge of hydration stat. While it's recommended for all skin types, reviewers on the site especially love it for oily and acne-prone complexions.
3 Youth to the People Age Prevention Superfood Cream
Ensure you're getting all of your greens with this vegan superfood cream from Youth to the People ($48). It's chock-full of spinach, kale, and green tea — along with hyaluronic acid — for rejuvenating skin and locking in moisture.
4 SUNDAY RILEY Tidal Brightening Enzyme Water Cream
The alpha-arbutin in this water cream from SUNDAY RILEY ($22) helps with the the appearance of dark spots and discoloration, while tamarind extract and two forms of hyaluronic acid add a boost of hydration. It also contains papaya enzymes for added exfoliation benefits.
5 Perricone MD Hyalo Plasma Hyaluronic Acid Intensive Moisturizer
Developed as an alternative to medical procedures, this cream-serum hybrid from Perricone MD ($135) nourishes collagen for a firmer and more youthful-looking appearance. Reviewers have cited improvements in as little as a few days.
6 Peter Thomas Roth Water Drench Hyaluronic Cloud Cream
This new "cloud cream" from Peter Thomas Roth ($52) is formulated with hyaluronic acid and ceramides for drawing — and locking — in moisture. Elderberry provides an antioxidant boost for keeping wrinkles at bay.
7 Fresh Rose Deep Hydration Face Cream
This face cream from Fresh ($40) features hyaluronic acids, angelica leaf extract, and special hydropatches, forming a protective, moisturizing veil for the face. Rosewater and rose flower oil also help to calm and nourish.
8 Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare Hyaluronic Marine Oil-Free Moisture Cushion
Hyaluronic acid is combined with Japanese marine algae containing essential amino acids and B vitamins in this vegan moisturizer from Dr. Dennis Gross Skincare ($60) for hydrating skin and improving elasticity. The gel-like cooling formula is super refreshing.
